JP Crumrine
JP Crumrine is news editor of the Idyllwild Town Crier newspaper.
Supervisor candidates spar over Idyllwild issues
On Oct. 6, Sup. Chuck Washington and Hemet City Council member Shellie Mine, candidates for the Riverside County 3rd District Supervisor’s seat, were in Idyllwild to share their views and vision for the Hill and the county at a forum sponsored by the Town Crier.
Earthquake alert issued last week: Governor approves bill to speed up...
Alarmed at the occurrence of hundreds of earthquakes last week, only three greater than 4.0 in magnitude near the Salton Sea, state and federal...
County budget may reduce sheriff’s patrols in all unincorporated areas
Approval of the final Riverside County fiscal 2016-17 budget barely passed last week. The board was divided over approving a lean budget, which still...
IFPD commission adopts final 2016-17 budget: New software delays financial reports
At the Tuesday, Sept. 27, Idyllwild Fire Protection District meeting, the commissioners dealt with several budget and financial issues. While they approved the final...
Speaker alleviates stress of recent earthquake swarm
Hundreds of earthquakes — from very small (magnitude less than 1) to minor (magnitude 4.0 to 5.0) occurred near the Salton Sea last week....
IFPD advocates Measure W for public understanding
On Wednesday, Sept. 28, the Idyllwild Fire Commission held two public meetings to explain the purpose of Measure W and to answer questions about...
The JPA: What’s in it for Idyllwild? Chief Reitz answers …
Last June, the Idyllwild Fire Protection District and the City of San Jacinto voted to form a joint power authority to supply the city...
First big storm drops 2 inches of rain
After months of little to no rain, the Hill received several inches of rain last week. Both Keenwild Ranger Station and Pine Cove recorded...
Washington running on experience and savvy
Editor’s note: The supervisor’s seat for Riverside County’s 3rd District will be on the ballot on Nov. 8. Incumbent Chuck Washington, who was...
Government not the only solution, says Milne
Editor’s note: The supervisor’s seat for Riverside County’s 3rd District will be on the ballot on Nov. 8. Incumbent Chuck Washington, who was appointed...